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The American Heart Association mourns the passing of the legendary cardiologist Eugene Braunwald, M.D., widely recognized as one of the most influential figures in the history of cardiovascular medicine. Over seven decades, his work reshaped the understanding and treatment of heart disease, leading many to call him the father of modern cardiology. Braunwald was a lifelong contributor to the American Heart Association, helping advance its research and scientific mission, and was honored with some of the Association’s highest honors for his lasting influence on cardiovascular care and research. His influence extended well beyond his own discoveries, as generations of Association‑supported investigators, clinicians and academic leaders were trained by Braunwald or guided by the clinical trial standards and mentorship models he helped establish. newsroom.heart.org/news/american-…

Happening soon! University of Utah Health is breaking ground on a new AirMed hangar at Salt Lake City International Airport! @UofUAirMed

We’re hiring! 🏔️ Join @UofUHealth as our next Cardiovascular Biostatistics Faculty Investigator. Lead our Data Science team and collaborate across deep data resources like Epic Cosmos and the Utah Population Database. Apply here: utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/199775

Updates start #ISHLT2026 General Session II with talks from TTX Registry Chair @rcogswell_umn and JHLT Editor-in-Chief @JRogersMD1 💡

Congratulations to the inaugural Fellow of ISHLT class! 🎉 These 67 members embody the very best of this global, multidisciplinary society. View the full list at 🔗 bit.ly/4bVhUzc

Dr. Michal Schafer, finalist @ISHLT 2026 Philip Caves Award, presenting on Septal Right Ventricular Free Wall Mechanical Dyssynchrony Predicts Immediate Right Heart Failure Following LVAD Implantation @CSelzman @StavrosDrakos @JosefStehlik @UofUGME @UUHSResearch @UofUSurgery

One of the unique privileges in academia is being a visiting professor. In October 2024, I had the honor of being the Wilkins VP @MGHSurgery . Soon after Grand Rounds, Thoracic Surgery, Cardiology, and Radiology coordinated an amazing case conference which translated into an official case record of MGH. It’s now published in @NEJM . Enjoy! @umsiepumsie @EribertoMichel @DrYolondaColson @ChiFuJeffYang @UofUHealth @UofUCTSurgery

Check it out! Kelly Aromolaran prepares samples in the Aromolaran lab, contributing to advancing cardiovascular research. @RobinShawCVRTI @AdemuyiwaAromo1 @UofUCTSurgery @UofUMedicine @UtahHealth @UofUResearch @RobinShawCVRTI #CardiovascularResearch #CardiovascularHealth #HeartDisease

Esophageal cancer care is being redefined at @huntsmancancer and @UofUHealth through a fully integrated model delivering faster treatment and improved outcomes. See how this approach is transforming care: bit.ly/3Qg1SHM @UofUCTSurgery #UofUSurgery

How do diet and cellular signaling pathways contribute to cardiac dysfunction? Join us for the CVRTI Seminar Series - RIPS on Thursday, April 23 at 12:00 PM MT as Md Miznur Rahman, PhD, and Elizabeth Schneider, PhD, present research on metabolic, oxidative, and molecular mechanisms shaping heart disease. In person only. See the flyer for location and full details. @RobinShawCVRTI #CVRTISeminar #HeartDisease #Utah

A win for #STSadvocacy. Thanks to all who have lent their voice to this effort - and who continue to do so!

What makes newer gene therapy vectors different from earlier approaches? Learn more in today’s #CVRTIHeartFact. @RobinShawCVRTI #HeartHealth #Cardiovascular #Research

Firefighters face long-term cancer risks from toxic exposures. R. Drew Durtschi, MD, and John P. Smith, DO, are advancing urologic screening within a statewide initiative focused on early detection. @huntsmancancer @UofUHealth Read more: bit.ly/4sQc0EH

Thanks for sharing, @TomVargheseJr! Congratulations to Lindsey joining your program at @UofUCTSurgery! #Match2026

Happy #MatchDay2026 . We are absolutely thrilled to welcome our newest intern to the Integrated Thoracic Surgery Program @UofUCTSurgery , Lindsey Brinkley @UFMedicine . We are honored to be a part of your training and excited to watch you grow into the surgeon you aspire to be. Congrats! @TheNRMP

See y’all at the Western Thoracic Annual Meeting! #WTSA26 @UofUCTSurgery @CoreLabUCLA

We celebrate #WomensDay with our own Andrea Steely 👩‍⚕️🫀🫶 • Happy International Women’s Day • medicine.utah.edu/surgery/cardio…

As we celebrate #InternationalWomensDay, we’re proud to look back on honoring the 2026 Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Award recipients — Drs. Rosemary Kelly, @EA_FarkasMD, and Carolyn Jones. #STS2026 #CTSurgery #WomenInThoracic

Thank a Resident and Fellow Day takes place each year on the last Friday of February to collectively show gratitude and appreciation for residents and fellows, and recognizes how integral they are to the healthcare team. To all of our @UofUHealth @UofUGME Residents & Fellows: Your unwavering commitment to patient care, education, and excellence is truly inspiring. Thank you! 😊 🙌🏾 📸 with our @UofUCTSurgery fellows during a recent OR day

Rain or shine, we advocate. Utah delegation from @AmCollSurgeons wrapping up our visits on the Hill. Special thanks to Kannon Butler from @SenJohnCurtis’ team and Mary Evans & Lauren Willardson from @SenMikeLee’s team who were incredibly gracious with their time and support. Looking forward to the work ahead on behalf of all patients. 🙏🏾 @UofUSurgery @huntsmancancer @UofUHealth #ACSLAS26